Shipping Controller

SUMMARY:
Shipping Controller – Northern Suburbs, Cape Town
Manufacturing | Logistics & Distribution
Permanent | On-site
 
Our client, a well-established manufacturing company, is seeking a Shipping Controller to manage and coordinate all local and international shipping, documentation, and distribution processes.
 
This role ensures that finished goods are accurately processed, shipped on time, and fully compliant with all documentation and logistics requirements, while maintaining strong coordination between sales, production, and transport partners.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate local and international shipments and distribution schedules
• Prepare and manage all shipping, export, and commercial documentation
• Control picking, packing, and container loading processes
• Ensure accurate stock movement and storage of finished goods
• Liaise with production, sales, and warehouse teams to align shipment requirements
• Negotiate and manage transport and courier service providers
• Coordinate raw material transport and intercompany logistics
• Track and communicate ETAs, ETDs, and delivery updates to stakeholders
• Verify and approve transport, courier, and export-related invoices
• Maintain accurate records of shipping activity, stock movements, and reporting
• Manage international warehouse stock, replenishment, and distribution
• Ensure all Syspro transactions and inventory movements are accurate and up to date
• Oversee forklift operations in line with loading schedules

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Degree / Diploma / certifications in supply chain / shipping
• Proven experience in shipping, logistics, or distribution within manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of export documentation, shipping processes, and Incoterms
• Experience working with ERP systems (Syspro advantageous)